Thursday, November 10, 2016

Todd's Post Election Recovery Advice

I went out of town for a few days this past week without the dogs. All was well when I returned. But while I get the post about my trip ready to share, Todd is helping me out. We both know pretty well how people may be feeling about the election results on Tuesday. I've chosen to not post my views here -- But in hopes of helping us to come to terms with what has truly been an extraordinary series of events, Todd would like to share his "post election recovery advice."

1. Feel free to scream or bark, whichever one you prefer.

2. Manage your exposure ..... to social media...or just people in general.

3. Create an exit plan, or a strategy to get out of any anxiety-provoking situation.

Number 4 and 5. Practice acceptance and know what your triggers are.

6. No matter how much you may want to, don't engage "them." No one wins. Well, maybe if you're Todd. But remember to respect your family members, friends and pack-mates.

7. Practice good behavior.

8. Slow down and do something that you enjoy. Ripping up a new toy works for Todd.

9. Look for and/or remember your support system and spend some time with them.

10. Perspective and personal reflection may help too.

....So, go for a walk, or just spend time outdoors enjoying the fresh air.

With your dogs of course...

We hope this advice helps, and if you have any you'd like to share, please do. As always thank-you for taking a moment and stopping by. I hope you'll stop by again!

37 comments:

Sound advice, and we all will benefit from every suggestion. Surely it will settle down soon, I cannot remember seeing protests like this after any previous election. My therapy was to occupy my morning with baking, LOTS of baking for us and the family who will be here tonight on the way to collect grandson after the University year has finished. Yummy goodies always help in troubled times. Remember that, Todd!!!

Always listen to your dogs. Thanks, Todd. When a terrier knows when not to engage it is wise indeed. This time we are so deeply divided there is no point to engage at all for the time being. Too many minds are shut like steel traps.

SUCH great advice - Todd, you're a sage. We are trying to convince our bad secretary to get back to blogland, as some places on the internets are so cruel and mean and making her sad, when she was already sad. We send hugs to you allxoxoxoSammie and Ava

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